Air conditioner, sterilization method thereof and computer equipment

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of air conditioners, particularly provides an air conditioner, a sterilization method thereof and computer equipment, and aims to solve the problem of incomplete sterilization or excessive sterilization caused by the fact that the opening or closing time of a sterilization module cannot be accurately determined in the prior art. In order to achieve the purpose, the air conditioner is provided with a sterilization module, the sterilization module comprises a sterilization module body capable of conducting sterilization treatment on air and a bacterium detection module body capable of detecting the content of bacteria in the air, and the sterilization method comprises the steps that when or after the air conditioner operates, the sterilization module body can conduct sterilization treatment on the air; detecting the content of bacteria in the air through a bacteria detection module; and selectively controlling the sterilization module to operate based on the bacterial content. Whether the sterilization module is started or not is controlled according to the actual content, so that operation of the sterilization module can be controlled more accurately, incomplete sterilization or excessive sterilization is avoided while the sterilization effect is ensured, and the user experience is effectively improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of air conditioners, and particularly provides an air conditioner, a sterilization method thereof, and a computer device. Background Art

[0002] There are more or less some bacteria in the air. These bacteria are usually attached to dust or droplets and suspended in the air with the dust and droplets. Especially in an environment with high humidity, a lot of dust, poor ventilation, and insufficient sunlight (such as an indoor space), the content of bacteria in the air is particularly high and the survival time is relatively long. The presence of bacteria can make the air a medium for spreading respiratory diseases, seriously endangering people's physical health.

[0003] Therefore, people consider configuring a sterilization module on the air conditioner in order to kill the bacteria in the air while adjusting the indoor temperature. However, the current sterilization module usually only has the sterilization function and cannot know in real time how the current sterilization effect and sterilization process are, which leads to the inability to accurately determine when to turn on or off the sterilization module, easily resulting in incomplete sterilization or over-sterilization, and the user experience is not good.

[0004] Correspondingly, a new technical solution is needed in this field to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The present invention aims to solve the above technical problems, that is, to solve the problems of incomplete sterilization or over-sterilization caused by the inability to accurately determine the opening or closing time of the sterilization module in the prior art.

[0006] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a sterilization method for an air conditioner. The air conditioner is configured with a sterilization module, and the sterilization module includes a sterilization module and a bacteria detection module. The sterilization module is configured to be able to perform a sterilization process on the air, and the bacteria detection module is configured to be able to detect the bacteria content in the air.

[0007] The sterilization method includes:

[0008] While or after the air conditioner is running, detect the bacteria content in the air through the bacteria detection module;

[0009] Selectively control the operation of the sterilization module based on the bacteria content.

[0010] In a preferred technical solution of the above sterilization method, the step of "selectively controlling the operation of the sterilization module based on the bacteria content" further includes:

[0011] If the bacteria content is less than or equal to a first preset value, do not control the operation of the sterilization module.

[0012] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned sterilization method, the step of "selectively controlling the operation of the sterilization module based on the bacterial content" further includes:

[0013] If the bacterial content is greater than a second preset value, control the operation of the sterilization module;

[0014] Wherein, the second preset value is greater than the first preset value.

[0015] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned sterilization method, the step of "selectively controlling the operation of the sterilization module based on the bacterial content" further includes:

[0016] If the bacterial content is greater than the first preset value and less than or equal to the second preset value, a reminder of excessive bacteria is issued.

[0017] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned sterilization method, the sterilization method further includes:

[0018] After a preset duration of issuing the reminder of excessive bacteria, the bacterial content in the air is detected again by the bacterial detection module, and the operating state of the sterilization module is obtained;

[0019] If the bacterial content detected again by the bacterial detection module is still greater than the first preset value and the operating state of the sterilization module is the non-working state, control the operation of the sterilization module.

[0020] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned sterilization method, the sterilization method further includes:

[0021] While or after controlling the operation of the sterilization module, continue to detect the bacterial content in the air by the bacterial detection module, and control the sterilization module to stop operating when the bacterial content detected by the bacterial detection module is less than or equal to a third preset value.

[0022] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned sterilization method, the bacterial detection module includes an excitation light source and a fluorescence detection device. The excitation light source is configured to emit excitation light after being powered on, and the excitation light can excite the bacteria carried in the air to emit fluorescence. The fluorescence detection device is configured to detect the fluorescence emitted by the bacteria carried in the air after irradiating the air with the excitation light and output the detection result after being powered on.

[0023] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned sterilization method, the air conditioner is configured with a display module, and the display module is communicatively connected to the bacterial detection module.

[0024] The sterilization method further includes:

[0025] Display the bacterial content detected by the bacterial detection module through the display module.

[0026] In the technical solution of the present invention, a sterilization module is configured on the air conditioner. The sterilization module includes a sterilization module and a bacteria detection module. The sterilization module is configured to be able to perform sterilization treatment on the air, and the bacteria detection module is configured to be able to detect the bacteria content in the air. In this way, when the air conditioner is running, while adjusting the temperature of the indoor space through the air conditioner, the air can also be sterilized through the sterilization module, better improving the air quality of the indoor space.

[0027] The sterilization method of the present invention includes: while or after the air conditioner is running, detecting the bacteria content in the air through the bacteria detection module, and selectively controlling the operation of the sterilization module based on the bacteria content. That is to say, first obtain the actual bacteria content in the air, and then determine whether sterilization is required according to the actual bacteria content, and control whether to turn on the sterilization module according to actual needs. In this way, the operation of the sterilization module can be controlled more precisely, turn on the sterilization module when sterilization is required and not turn it on when sterilization is not required, thereby better ensuring the sterilization effect, avoiding incomplete sterilization or over-sterilization, and thus being able to save electric energy while improving the air quality of the indoor space, effectively enhancing the user experience.

[0028] Furthermore, while or after controlling the operation of the sterilization module, continue to detect the bacteria content in the air through the bacteria detection module, and control the sterilization module to stop running when the bacteria content detected by the bacteria detection module is less than or equal to a third preset value. That is to say, when the bacteria content in the air is relatively high, turn on the sterilization module for sterilization treatment. After a period of treatment, the bacteria content in the air will gradually decrease. When it decreases to the third preset value and below, the bacteria content in the air is already relatively low, and at this time, control the sterilization module to stop running. Through such a control method, it is possible to avoid over-sterilization while ensuring the sterilization effect, thereby effectively enhancing the user experience.

[0029] Furthermore, the air conditioner is further configured with a display module, and the display module is communicatively connected to the bacteria detection module. That is to say, the bacteria content detected by the bacteria detection module can be transmitted to the display module. The sterilization method of the present invention further includes: displaying the bacteria content detected by the bacteria detection module through the display module. Through such a setting method, the user can also know the current bacteria content in real time through the display module. In this way, when performing sterilization treatment through the sterilization module, the user can know the sterilization progress in real time through the display module, achieving the purpose of visualizing the sterilization effect.

[0030] Second aspect, the present invention provides a computer device, which includes a memory and a processor. The memory is adapted to store multiple program codes, and the program codes are adapted to be loaded and run by the processor to execute the sterilization method described in any of the foregoing solutions.

[0031] It should be noted that this computer device has all the technical effects of the foregoing sterilization method, which will not be elaborated here.

[0032] Third aspect, the present invention provides an air conditioner, which includes a controller configured to be able to execute the sterilization method described in any of the foregoing solutions.

[0033] It should be noted that this air conditioner has all the technical effects of the foregoing sterilization method, which will not be elaborated here. Description of the Drawings

[0034] Next, taking a wall-mounted air conditioner as an example and in combination with the drawings, the preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described. In the drawings:

[0035] Figure 1 is the control flowchart of the sterilization method of the air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 2 is the control flowchart of controlling the sterilization module according to the bacterial content according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 3 is the structural diagram of an air conditioner provided with a bacterial detection module and a sterilization module according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 4 is the structural diagram of a sterilization module according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 5 is the structural diagram of the mounting bracket of the sterilization module according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 6 is Figure 5 the enlarged view of the partial A in

[0041] Figure 7 is the structural diagram (I) of the bacterial detection module of the sterilization module according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0042] Figure 8 is the structural diagram (II) of the bacterial detection module of the sterilization module according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0043] Figure 9 is the exploded view of the bacterial detection module of the sterilization module according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0044] List of reference numerals:

[0045] 1. Cabinet; 11. Air inlet; 12. Air outlet; 2. Heat exchanger; 3. Sterilization module; 31. Mounting bracket; 311. First mounting position; 3111. First buckle; 312. Second mounting position; 3121. Second buckle; 3122. Elastic limit block; 313. Third mounting position; 314. Screw hole; 315. Third buckle; 32. Bacteria detection module; 321. Housing; 3211. First side wall; 3212. Second side wall; 3213. Third side wall; 3214. Fourth side wall; 3215. Fifth side wall; 3216. Sixth side wall; 3217. Card slot; 3218. Inlet; 32181. Air inlet pipe; 3219. Outlet; 32191. Air outlet pipe; 3220. Top plate; 322. First partition; 3221. Through hole; 323. Second partition; 3231. Ventilation hole; 324. Excitation light source; 325. Fluorescence detection device; 326. Fan; 327. Light processing unit; 3271. Collimating lens group; 3272. Light homogenizing and filtering lens group; 3273. Dichroic mirror; 3274. Collection lens group; 328. Support; 10. First chamber; 20. Second chamber; 30. Third chamber. Detailed implementation manners

[0046] The preferred implementation manners of the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art should understand that these implementation manners are only used to explain the technical principle of the present invention and are not intended to limit the protection scope of the present invention. It should be noted that although in this embodiment, the sterilization module is described by taking a wall-mounted air conditioner as an example, it can obviously also be arranged on other types of air conditioners such as a cabinet air conditioner, a central air conditioner, and a window air conditioner.

[0047] It should be noted that in the description of the present invention, the terms indicating directions or positional relationships such as "left", "right", "inside", and "outside" are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the drawings. This is only for the convenience of description and does not indicate or imply that the module or component must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, so it cannot be understood as a limitation to the present invention. In addition, the terms "first" to "sixth" are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0048] In addition, it should also be noted that in the description of the present application, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, and it can be the communication inside two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present application can be understood according to specific situations.

[0049] At present, the sterilization module configured on an air conditioner usually only has the sterilization function and cannot know in real time how the current sterilization effect and sterilization process are, resulting in untimely switching of the sterilization module and prone to the situation of incomplete sterilization or over-sterilization. For this reason, the sterilization module group configured on the air conditioner of the present invention includes a sterilization module and a bacteria detection module, and controls the operation of the sterilization module based on the detection result of the bacteria detection module, so as to be able to more accurately sterilize the air in the indoor space and effectively avoid the problems of incomplete sterilization or over-sterilization.

[0050] In the present invention, a sterilization module group is configured on a wall-mounted air conditioner. The sterilization module group includes a sterilization module and a bacteria detection module. The sterilization module is configured to be able to sterilize the air, and the bacteria detection module is configured to be able to detect the bacteria content in the air. In this way, when the wall-mounted air conditioner is running, while adjusting the temperature of the indoor space, it can also detect the bacteria content in the air in real time through the bacteria detection module and sterilize the air through the sterilization module, so as to be able to better improve the air quality of the indoor space.

[0051] In the present invention, a display screen is provided on the wall-mounted air conditioner. The display screen is communicatively connected to the bacteria detection module. After the bacteria detection module detects the bacteria content in the air, it transmits the bacteria content to the display screen and displays it through the display screen so that the user can know the current air quality in real time.

[0052] It should be noted that the display screen on the wall-mounted air conditioner may not display the detection result of the bacteria detection module, or the wall-mounted air conditioner may not be configured with a display screen, but the detection result of the bacteria detection module is displayed through a remote controller matched with the wall-mounted air conditioner or an APP connected thereto in a matching manner.

[0053] In the present invention, the wall-mounted air conditioner further includes a control module. The control module is respectively connected to the above-mentioned sterilization module group and the display screen, can obtain the bacteria content detected by the bacteria detection module, can selectively control the operation of the sterilization module based on the bacteria content, can further control the stop operation of the sterilization module according to the bacteria content detected by the bacteria detection module while or after controlling the operation of the sterilization module, and can display the bacteria content detected by the bacteria detection module through the display module.

[0054] It should be noted that physically, this control module can be a control chip inherent in the wall-mounted air conditioner itself, can also be a controller specifically used to execute the method of the present application, and can also be a functional module or functional unit of a general controller.

[0055] Next, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2To illustrate possible implementation manners of the sterilization method of the present invention.

[0056] As Figure 1 shown, in one possible implementation manner, the sterilization method of the present invention includes:

[0057] S100: After the wall-mounted air conditioner operates, detect the bacterial content in the air through the bacterial detection module;

[0058] S101: Selectively control the operation of the sterilization module based on the bacterial content;

[0059] S102: Display the bacterial content detected by the bacterial detection module through the display screen.

[0060] In S100, after the wall-mounted air conditioner operates, power the bacterial detection module in the sterilization module and start the bacterial detection module to detect the bacterial content in the air through it. Obviously, the bacterial detection module can also be started while the wall-mounted air conditioner is operating, so that the bacterial content in the air entering the wall-mounted air conditioner can be obtained through the bacterial detection module.

[0061] It should be noted that after the wall-mounted air conditioner operates, the sterilization module and the bacterial detection module in the sterilization module can also be powered simultaneously, that is, both the sterilization module and the bacterial detection module are in the standby state.

[0062] In S101, selectively control the operation of the sterilization module based on the bacterial content detected in S100.

[0063] In S102, the display screen of the wall-mounted air conditioner is communicatively connected to the bacterial detection module, and the bacterial content detected by the bacterial detection module can be transmitted to the display screen in real time. The display screen can display the specific value of the actual bacterial content, and the user can know the current bacterial content in the air in real time through the display screen. After the sterilization module is turned on and operates, the user can intuitively see the specific sterilization process, so that the user can truly and intuitively perceive the sterilization effect of the sterilization module.

[0064] Through the above control method, the sterilization module is turned on when sterilization is needed and not turned on when sterilization is not needed, so that the operation of the sterilization module can be controlled more precisely. While ensuring the sterilization effect, it avoids incomplete sterilization or over-sterilization. At the same time, by displaying the bacterial content detected by the bacterial detection module in real time through the display screen, the purpose of sterilization visualization is achieved.

[0065] It should be noted that S101 and S102 can be executed simultaneously, or S101 can be executed first and then S102, or S102 can be executed first and then S101.

[0066] As Figure 2As shown, in a possible implementation, the sterilization method of the present invention further includes:

[0067] S200: Detect the first bacterial content in the air through a bacterial detection module;

[0068] S201: Determine whether the first bacterial content is less than or equal to a first preset value. If so, execute S202; if not, execute S203;

[0069] S202: Do not control the operation of the sterilization module;

[0070] S203: Further determine whether the first bacterial content is greater than a second preset value. If so, execute S204; if not, execute S205;

[0071] S204: Control the operation of the sterilization module;

[0072] S205: Issue a reminder that the bacteria exceed the standard;

[0073] S206: After a preset duration of issuing the reminder that the bacteria exceed the standard, detect the second bacterial content in the air again through the bacterial detection module and obtain the operating state of the sterilization module;

[0074] S207: If the second bacterial content is still greater than the first preset value and the operating state of the sterilization module is the non - working state, control the operation of the sterilization module;

[0075] S208: After controlling the operation of the sterilization module, continue to detect the third bacterial content in the air through the bacterial detection module;

[0076] S209: Determine whether the third bacterial content is less than or equal to a third preset value. If so, execute S210; if not, execute S211;

[0077] S210: Control the sterilization module to stop running;

[0078] S211: Control the sterilization module to continue running.

[0079] In S200, the first bacterial content in the air is detected through the above - mentioned bacterial detection module.

[0080] In S201, based on the first bacterial content detected in S200, determine whether the first bacterial content is less than or equal to the first preset value.

[0081] If the first bacterial content is less than or equal to the first preset value, it indicates that the current bacterial content in the air is relatively low and no sterilization treatment is required. At this time, the operation of the sterilization module is not controlled, that is, execute S202.

[0082] If the first bacterial content is greater than the first preset value, it indicates that the bacterial content in the current air may be relatively high. At this time, further compare the size of the first bacterial content with the second preset value to determine whether it is greater than the second preset value, that is, execute S203.

[0083] If the first bacterial content is greater than the second preset value, it indicates that the bacterial content in the current air is high and sterilization treatment needs to be carried out immediately. At this time, directly control the sterilization module to operate, that is, execute S204.

[0084] If the first bacterial content is less than or equal to the second preset value, that is, the first bacterial content is greater than the first preset value and less than or equal to the second preset value, it indicates that the bacterial content in the current air is on the high side but has not reached the level that must be processed immediately. At this time, a reminder of excessive bacteria is issued, that is, execute S205. After hearing the reminder, the user can take measures such as manually starting the sterilization module, opening the window, and raising the temperature of the air conditioner to reduce the bacterial content in the air.

[0085] It should be noted that the reminder in S205 can be issued in ways such as voice, text, voice + text, alarm, etc. In this embodiment, the specific content of the reminder is not limited either. Without departing from the basic principle of the present application, those skilled in the art can flexibly select the specific way of issuing the reminder according to the specific application scenario, as long as the purpose of reminding the user that the bacteria in the current air exceed the standard can be achieved.

[0086] In S206, after the preset duration of issuing the reminder of excessive bacteria, the user learns that the bacterial content in the air has been on the high side for some time. During this period, the user may have taken some measures to reduce the bacterial content in the air. At this time, the second bacterial content in the air is detected again through the bacterial detection module, and the operating state of the sterilization module is obtained at the same time.

[0087] It should be noted that after issuing the reminder of excessive bacteria, it is also possible to only obtain the operating state of the sterilization module or only obtain the second bacterial content. Of course, it is also possible not to obtain the second bacterial content and the operating state of the sterilization module.

[0088] In S207, if the second bacterial content obtained in S206 is still greater than the first preset value and the operating state of the sterilization module is the non - working state, it indicates that after the reminder is issued in S205, the user has not taken measures to reduce the bacterial content or has taken other measures to reduce the bacterial content but the effect is not good, and the bacterial content in the current air is still on the high side. It is necessary to turn on the sterilization module to carry out sterilization treatment on it. At this time, control the sterilization module to operate, in order to remove the bacteria in the air as soon as possible through the operation of the sterilization module.

[0089] In S208, after controlling the operation of the sterilization module in S204 or S207, the bacterial content in the air will gradually decrease. At this time, the third bacterial content in the air is continuously detected through the bacterial detection module.

[0090] It should be noted that it is also possible to continuously detect the third bacterial content in the air through the bacterial detection module while controlling the operation of the sterilization module, that is, to execute S208 while executing S204 or S207. Obviously, after controlling the operation of the sterilization module in S204 or S207, the sterilization module can also be controlled to operate until the wall-mounted air conditioner is turned off. Without departing from the basic principle of the present application, those skilled in the art can flexibly select the stop timing of the sterilization module according to the specific application scenario, as long as the sterilization effect can be ensured and over-sterilization can be avoided.

[0091] In S209, based on the third bacterial content obtained in S208, compare the size of the third bacterial content with the third preset value to determine whether it is less than or equal to the third preset value.

[0092] If the third bacterial content is less than or equal to the third preset value, it means that under the action of the sterilization module, the bacterial content in the air has dropped to a relatively low level, and sterilization can be stopped. At this time, the operation of the sterilization module is controlled to stop, that is, to execute S210.

[0093] If the third bacterial content is greater than the third preset value, it means that the sterilization intensity is not enough and the operation time of the sterilization module is not long enough. At this time, the operation of the sterilization module is controlled to continue, that is, to execute S211.

[0094] While or after controlling the sterilization module to continue running, return to execute S208, continue to monitor the bacterial content in the air, and determine whether to continue running the sterilization module according to the detection situation.

[0095] It should be noted that the third preset value can be the same as or different from the first preset value, for example, slightly greater than the first preset value, or slightly less than the first preset value, etc.

[0096] Through the above control method, the sterilization module can be turned on or off according to the actual bacterial content in the air, so that the sterilization module can be controlled more precisely, which can not only ensure the sterilization effect, but also avoid over-sterilization, save electric energy, and thus effectively improve the user experience.

[0097] Although the above steps are described in the above order in the above embodiments, those skilled in the art can understand that in order to achieve the effects of the present embodiments, different steps do not have to be executed in such an order, and they can be executed simultaneously (in parallel) or in a reversed order, and these simple changes are all within the protection scope of the present application.

[0098] The following will describe possible implementation manners of the sterilization module of the present invention with reference to Figures 3 to 9 to illustrate.

[0099] As Figures 3 to 6 shown, the sterilization module 3 includes a mounting bracket 31, a sterilization module, and a bacteria detection module 32. The sterilization module and the bacteria detection module 32 are arranged on the mounting bracket 31. Among them, the sterilization module can perform sterilization treatment on the air, and the bacteria detection module 32 can detect the bacteria content in the air. The sterilization module 3 is arranged in the casing 1 of the wall-mounted air conditioner through the mounting bracket 31, that is, the sterilization module and the bacteria detection module 32 are arranged in the wall-mounted air conditioner. When the wall-mounted air conditioner is running, after the air enters the casing 1, its temperature is adjusted, and at the same time, it can be sterilized by the sterilization module, and the bacteria content in the air can be detected in real time through the bacteria detection module 32. The bacteria content detected by the bacteria detection module 32 is fed back to the wall-mounted air conditioner, and the wall-mounted air conditioner automatically turns on the sterilization module according to the level of the bacteria content. Or, the bacteria content detected by the bacteria detection module 32 is displayed through the display screen on the wall-mounted air conditioner, or the remote control, or the APP paired and connected with the wall-mounted air conditioner, etc. After the user sees the specific bacteria content, the user manually turns on the sterilization module, etc. Through such a setting method, not only can the temperature of the indoor space be adjusted, but also the air can be sterilized in a timely and accurate manner, thereby avoiding the problems of incomplete sterilization or over-sterilization.

[0100] As Figures 3 to 6 shown, the sterilization module includes UVC lamp beads (not shown), and the UVC lamp beads can emit ultraviolet rays, and the ultraviolet rays can perform sterilization treatment on the object surfaces and air within their irradiation range. The mounting bracket 31 is generally in a long rectangular structure, and a first mounting position 311 and a second mounting position 312 are formed thereon. The first mounting position 311 and the second mounting position 312 are distributed along the length direction of the mounting bracket 31. The sterilization module is arranged on the first mounting position 311, and the bacteria detection module 32 is arranged on the second mounting position 312. The installed sterilization module and bacteria detection module 32 are distributed on the mounting bracket 31 along the length direction of the mounting bracket 31. When the air flows through the sterilization module 3, the sterilization treatment can be performed in a timely manner when the bacteria content in the air is detected, better improving the air quality. When installed, the ultraviolet rays emitted by the UVC lamp beads can fill the casing 1, thereby performing sterilization treatment on all the air entering the casing 1 and all areas within the casing 1.

[0101] As Figures 3 to 6As shown, four first buckles 3111 are provided on the first installation position 311. These four first buckles 3111 are arranged in pairs opposite to each other and enclose a generally rectangular clamping position. The UVC lamp bead is generally rectangular in structure and can be clamped within this clamping position. In this way, the sterilization module is arranged on the mounting bracket 31. The ultraviolet rays emitted when the UVC lamp bead is energized can irradiate most or even all areas inside the machine case 1, and perform sterilization treatment on the air entering the machine case 1, the inner wall of the machine case 1, the surface of the heat exchanger 2, etc. Obviously, the UVC lamp bead can also be arranged on the first installation position 311 by screwing, bonding or other means.

[0102] As Figures 3 to 9 shown, the bacteria detection module 32 includes a housing 321. The housing 321 is enclosed by a side part, a bottom plate and a top plate 3220. Among them, the side part includes a first side wall 3211, a second side wall 3212, a third side wall 3213, a fourth side wall 3214, a fifth side wall 3215 and a sixth side wall 3216 arranged in sequence. The first side wall 3211 is arranged opposite to the fifth side wall 3215. The second side wall 3212 and the fourth side wall 3214 are connected to each other through the third side wall 3213. The second side wall 3212, the fourth side wall 3214 and the sixth side wall 3216 are parallel to each other. The first side wall 3211, the third side wall 3213 and the fifth side wall 3215 are parallel to each other. According to Figure 7In the orientation shown, the upper side edge of the first side wall 3211 is connected to the left side edge of the second side wall 3212, and the lower side edge is connected to the left side edge of the sixth side wall 3216. The upper side edge of the fifth side wall 3215 is connected to the right side edge of the fourth side wall 3214, and the lower side edge is connected to the right side edge of the sixth side wall 3216. The distance between the second side wall 3212 and the sixth side wall 3216 is greater than the distance between the fourth side wall 3214 and the sixth side wall 3216. That is to say, the side part of the housing 321 is generally a special-shaped structure formed by enclosing six side walls. Card slots 3217 are respectively formed on the outer walls of the second side wall 3212, the fourth side wall 3214, and the sixth side wall 3216. The card slots 3217 are generally strip-shaped structures, and each card slot 3217 extends along the length direction of each side wall (substantially the length direction of the mounting bracket 31). Five limiting structures are provided at the second mounting position 312, four of which are second buckles 3121 and one is an elastic limiting block 3122. Two of the four second buckles 3121 are arranged opposite to each other, and the elastic limiting block 3122 is located on the right side of the four second buckles 3121. The four second buckles 3121 and the elastic limiting block 3122 generally enclose a limiting space adapted to the side part of the housing 321. When installed, two of the four second buckles 3121 are matingly connected to the card slots 3217 on the sixth side wall 3216, and the other two are respectively matingly connected to the card slots 3217 on the second side wall 3212 and the fourth side wall 3214. The elastic limiting block 3122 abuts against the outer wall of the fifth side wall 3215, so that the bacteria detection module 32 is clamped in the limiting space.

[0103] It should be noted that the limiting structure may also only include the second buckles 3121, or include four second buckles 3121 and two elastic limiting blocks 3122, or include other numbers of second buckles 3121 and elastic limiting blocks 3122. Obviously, the limiting structure may also be composed of other structures such as hooks or claws. Correspondingly, card holes or blocks and other structures are arranged on the outer wall of the housing 321 to cooperate with them. Without departing from the basic principle of the present application, those skilled in the art can flexibly select the specific setting form of the limiting structure according to the specific application scenario, as long as the bacteria detection module 32 can be clamped in the second mounting position 312. Of course, the bacteria detection module 32 can also be arranged at the second mounting position 312 by means of screwing, bonding, etc.

[0104] It should be noted that a plurality of first mounting positions 311 may also be formed on the mounting bracket 31, and a sterilization module is arranged at each first mounting position 311. The plurality of first mounting positions 311 and the second mounting position 312 are distributed along the length direction of the mounting bracket 31. Of course, a part of the plurality of first mounting positions 311 and the second mounting position 312 may be distributed along the length direction of the mounting bracket 31, and the other part may be distributed along the width direction of the mounting bracket 31.

[0105] It should be noted that the sterilization module can also be other devices that can emit ultraviolet rays, such as UVC lamp tubes, UVA lamp beads, or UVA lamp tubes. Obviously, the sterilization module can also be a positive / negative ion sterilization module, an ozone sterilization module, a silver ion sterilization module, etc. Without departing from the basic principle of the present application, those skilled in the art can flexibly select the specific setting form of the sterilization module according to the specific application scenario, as long as it can perform air sterilization treatment.

[0106] It should be noted that in this embodiment, the length direction of the mounting bracket 31 is generally Figure 3 the length direction of the shown housing 1.

[0107] Such as Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figures 7 to 9As shown, the bacteria detection module 32 further includes an excitation light source 324, a fluorescence detection device 325, a fan 326, and an optical processing unit 327 disposed within the housing 321. Among them, the excitation light source 324 is configured to emit excitation light after being powered on, and this excitation light can excite bacteria carried in the air to emit fluorescence. The excitation light source 324 can be a laser emitter or a laser, or an ultraviolet lamp or an LED lamp that can emit UVA ultraviolet rays, or a device that can emit excitation light in the wavelength range of 340 nm to 405 nm, etc. The fluorescence detection device 325 is configured to detect the fluorescence emitted by bacteria carried in the air after being irradiated with the excitation light and output the detection result after being powered on. The optical processing unit 327 can adjust the excitation light so as to better excite bacteria in the air and can adjust the fluorescence so that the fluorescence detection device 325 can better capture and detect the fluorescence. In this way, the bacteria content in the air can be quickly detected through the irradiation of the excitation light and the detection of the fluorescence detection device 325, without sampling and culturing, and the detection process is simple and fast. The fan 326 can introduce the air to be detected into the housing 321 and send out the detected air from the housing 321. For example, the fan 326 can be an axial flow fan, a centrifugal fan, etc. Through this fan 326, the air can pass through the housing 321 at a relatively stable flow rate, thereby ensuring the detection accuracy of the bacteria detection device. A first partition 322 and a second partition 323 are provided within the housing 321. One side of the first partition 322 is connected to the second side wall 3212, and the other side is connected to the sixth side wall 3216. One side of the second partition 323 is connected to the first side wall 3211, and the other side is connected to the first partition 322. Through this first partition 322, the interior of the housing 321 is divided into three chambers. The first chamber 10 is generally in an L-shaped structure, and the second chamber 20 and the third chamber 30 are generally in a rectangular structure. Among them, the excitation light source 324 is embedded in the fifth side wall 3215, the fluorescence detection device 325 is embedded in the second side wall 3212, and the optical processing unit 327 is disposed in the first chamber 10. A support 328 is provided in the third chamber 30, and the fan 326 is seated on this support 328. A through hole 3221 is provided on the first partition 322. Through this through hole 3221, the first chamber 10 and the second chamber 20 can be communicated, and this through hole 3221 is generally a rectangular hole. When installed, the excitation light emitted by the excitation light source 324 irradiates along the length direction of the sixth side wall 3216 (substantially the Figure 4 length direction of the mounting bracket 31 in the figure), passes through the through hole 3221, and then irradiates into the second chamber 20 to excite bacteria in the air in the second chamber 20. The fluorescence emitted by the bacteria in the second chamber 20 after being excited can pass through this through hole 3221 and enter the first chamber 10. A plurality of ventilation holes 3231 are provided on the second partition 323. Through these ventilation holes 3231, the second chamber 20 and the third chamber 30 can be communicated.

[0108] The optical processing unit 327 includes a collimating lens group 3271, a light homogenizing and filtering lens group 3272, a dichroic mirror 3273, and a collecting lens group 3274. Among them, the excitation light source 324, the collimating lens group 3271, the light homogenizing and filtering lens group 3272, and the dichroic mirror 3273 are arranged along the length direction of the sixth side wall 3216. The dichroic mirror 3273, the collecting lens group 3274, and the fluorescence detection device 325 are arranged along the length direction of the first partition 322 (substantially the Figure 4 width direction of the mounting bracket 31 in the middle). Among them, the excitation light source 324, the collimating lens group 3271, and the light homogenizing and filtering lens group 3272 are coaxial. Specifically, the collimating lens group 3271 includes two collimating lenses. Slots are oppositely arranged on the fourth side wall 3214 and the sixth side wall 3216. The two ends of the two collimating lenses are respectively inserted into the corresponding slots and are arranged on the downstream side of the excitation light source 324, and are used to adjust the excitation light emitted by the excitation light source 324 into light rays irradiated in the same direction. In this embodiment, the excitation light adjusted by the collimating lens group 3271 is irradiated along the length direction of the sixth side wall 3216. The light homogenizing and filtering lens group 3272 includes a light homogenizing sheet and a filter. Slots are oppositely arranged on the fourth side wall 3214 and the sixth side wall 3216. The two ends of the light homogenizing sheet and the filter are respectively inserted into the corresponding slots and are arranged on the downstream side of the collimating lens group 3271, and are used to make the energy of each wavelength in the light passing through it evenly distributed and filter out part of the light that cannot excite bacteria to emit fluorescence. In this way, the excitation light irradiated to the air will be more uniform and pure, and thus can better excite the bacteria in the air. The dichroic mirror 3273 is arranged on the downstream side of the light homogenizing and filtering lens group 3272, at the corner of the first chamber 10, close to the second chamber, and the included angle with the sixth side wall 3216 is approximately 45°. It is used to filter out the stray light in the excitation light so that the light that can excite bacteria to emit fluorescence can pass through, and can reflect the fluorescence emitted by the bacteria to the fluorescence detection device 325. For example, it allows the light with a wavelength between 340nm and 405nm to pass through and reflects the light with a wavelength between 405nm and 600nm, etc. The collecting lens group 3274 includes two lenses. Slots are oppositely arranged on the third side wall 3213 and the first partition 322. The two ends of the two lenses are respectively inserted into the corresponding slots, are arranged on the downstream side of the dichroic mirror 3273 and the upstream side of the fluorescence detection device 325, and are used to converge the fluorescence reflected by the dichroic mirror 3273 and make it focus on the fluorescence detection device 325, so as to detect the fluorescence through the fluorescence detection device 325. The fluorescence detection device 325 can analyze the fluorescence. Since the fluorescence spectra formed by different bacteria absorbing laser energy are different, the content of bacteria in the air can be determined by detecting the intensity of the fluorescence signal and analyzing the fluorescence characteristics.

[0109] An inlet 3218 and an outlet 3219 are provided on the outer shell 321. The inlet 3218 communicates with the second chamber 20, and an air inlet pipe 32181 is provided at the inlet 3218. The outlet 3219 communicates with the third chamber 30, and an air outlet pipe 32191 is provided at the outlet 3219. When the bacteria detection module 32 is operating, under the action of the fan 326, the air outside the outer shell 321 can enter the second chamber 20 through the air inlet pipe 32181 and the inlet 3218. The excitation light emitted by the excitation light source 324 sequentially passes through the collimating lens group 3271, the light homogenizing and filtering lens group 3272, the dichroic mirror 3273 and passes through the through hole 3221 and then irradiates the second chamber 20. This part of the air is excited under the irradiation of this light, and the bacteria carried in it emit fluorescence. The fluorescence then passes through the through hole 3221 and returns to the first chamber 10, and is reflected by the dichroic mirror 3273 to the collection lens group 3274. The fluorescence is converged by the collection lens group 3274 to the fluorescence detection device 325, and the bacteria content in the air can be detected by the fluorescence detection device 325. After the air in the second chamber 20 is irradiated by the excitation light, under the action of the fan 326, it passes through the ventilation holes 3231 on the second partition 323 and enters the third chamber 30, and then is discharged from the outer shell 321 through the outlet 3219 and the air outlet pipe 32191. That is to say, the second chamber 20 serves as a detection chamber. Under the action of the fan 326, the air is sucked into the detection chamber and irradiated by the excitation light, and then the bacteria content in the air can be determined by detecting through the fluorescence detection device 325. The air in the detection chamber is then sent out of the outer shell 321 by the fan 326. In this way, the bacteria content in the air flowing through the bacteria detection device can be detected in real time, and the real-time monitoring of the bacteria content in the air in the indoor space can be realized.

[0110] It should be noted that the air inlet pipe 32181 and the air outlet pipe 32191 may not be provided on the outer shell 321, and the air outside the outer shell 321 directly enters the outer shell 321 through the inlet 3218 and is discharged from the outer shell 321 through the outlet 3219. Obviously, the bacteria detection module 32 may not include the fan 326 either. When the bacteria detection module 32 is arranged in the air duct, a part of the air flowing in the air duct will naturally enter the outer shell 321 through the inlet 3218 and then flow out of the outer shell 321 through the outlet 3219. Of course, the bacteria detection module 32 may not be based on the principle that bacteria are excited to emit fluorescence to detect the bacteria content. Without departing from the basic principle of the present application, those skilled in the art can flexibly select the specific setting mode of the bacteria detection module 32 according to the specific application scenario, as long as the bacteria content in the air can be accurately detected by the bacteria detection module 32.

[0111] Such as Figures 4 to 6As shown, the sterilization module 3 further includes a power supply module (not shown). For example, the power supply module is a circuit board, which is generally rectangular. A third mounting position 313 is also provided on the mounting bracket 31. The power supply module can be mounted on the mounting bracket 31 by snap connection or screw connection. The circuit board is connected to the power supply of the wall-mounted air conditioner. Through this power supply module, the power supply of the sterilization module and the bacteria detection module 32 can be ensured, and thus the stable operation of the sterilization module 3 can be ensured. Obviously, this power supply module can also supply power to only one of the sterilization module and the bacteria detection module 32, and the other is powered by another power supply module or shares a power supply module with the wall-mounted air conditioner.

[0112] It should be noted that the power supply module can also be a storage battery, a dry battery or a rechargeable battery, etc., and the power supply module supplies power to the sterilization module and the bacteria detection module 32 separately. Of course, the mounting bracket 31 may not be provided with a separate power supply module, but the circuit board for supplying power to the sterilization module 3 is integrated into the circuit board of the wall-mounted air conditioner. Without departing from the basic principle of the present application, those skilled in the art can flexibly choose whether to set the power supply module and the specific setting method of the power supply module according to the specific application scenario, as long as the power supply of the sterilization module and the bacteria detection module 32 can be ensured.

[0113] Next, with reference to Figures 3 to 9 the possible implementation manners of the wall-mounted air conditioner configured with the above-mentioned sterilization module of the present invention will be described.

[0114] As Figures 3 to 9 shown, a heat exchanger 2 and an indoor fan (not shown) are provided in the casing 1 of the wall-mounted air conditioner. The indoor fan can be a cross-flow fan 326. The casing 1 has an air inlet 11 and an air outlet 12, and a duct is formed between the air inlet 11 and the air outlet 12. The heat exchanger 2 is provided in the duct. The first end (generally the left end of the mounting bracket 31 shown in Figure 4 the mounting bracket 31) of the mounting bracket 31 of the sterilization module 3 is provided with two screw holes 314, and the second end (generally Figure 4At the right end of the mounting bracket 31 (as shown in the figure), a third buckle 315 is provided. Correspondingly, mounting holes and clamping holes are provided on the front side of the inner wall of the housing 1. During installation, the third buckle 315 is fitted with the clamping hole, and then a fastener (such as a bolt, screw, etc.) passes through the screw hole 314 and is connected to the mounting hole, so that the sterilization module 3 is fixed on the inner wall of the housing 1 by screwing and clamping. When installed, the sterilization module 3 is located between the heat exchanger 2 and the housing 1 and close to the air inlet 11, so that the sterilization module 3 is arranged in the air duct. The sterilization module and the bacteria detection module 32 are distributed along the length direction of the housing 1. When the wall-mounted air conditioner is running, the indoor fan starts to operate. Under the action of the indoor fan, the air in the indoor space enters the housing 1 through the air inlet 11, exchanges heat with the heat exchanger 2, reaches the air outlet 12 through the air duct, and then returns to the indoor space, so as to achieve the purpose of adjusting the temperature of the indoor space. At the same time, a part of the air entering the housing 321 enters the second chamber 20 through the air inlet pipe on the bacteria detection module 32 in the sterilization module 3. After being irradiated by the excitation light, the fluorescence emitted by the bacteria in the air is captured by the fluorescence detection device 325, and finally the bacteria content in the air is determined. This part of the air can be irradiated by the ultraviolet rays emitted by the UVC lamp beads on the sterilization module, and sterilization treatment is carried out on it. Through such a setting method, the temperature of the indoor space can be adjusted, and the air can be sterilized in a timely and accurate manner, avoiding the problems of incomplete sterilization or over-sterilization, so as to better improve the air quality of the indoor space and enhance the user experience.

[0115] It should be noted that screw holes 314 can also be provided at both ends of the mounting bracket 31, or third buckles 315 can be provided at both ends. That is to say, the mounting bracket 31 can be arranged in the housing 1 only by screwing or only by clamping. Obviously, the mounting bracket 31 can also be arranged in the housing 1 by other possible means such as magnetic adsorption and bonding. Without departing from the basic principle of the present application, those skilled in the art can flexibly select the specific setting method of the sterilization module 3 according to the specific application scenario, as long as the sterilization module 3 can be arranged in the air duct.

[0116] It should be noted that the sterilization module 3 can also be arranged on the heat exchanger 2 by screwing, clamping, bonding and other means. Obviously, the sterilization module 3 can also be arranged between the heat exchanger 2 and the indoor fan by screwing, clamping, bonding and other possible means, or can be arranged on the side of the air inlet grille facing the inside of the housing 1 at the air inlet 11 by screwing, clamping, bonding and other possible means, etc. Without departing from the basic principle of the present application, those skilled in the art can flexibly select the specific setting position of the sterilization module 3 according to the specific application scenario, as long as the sterilization module 3 can be arranged in the air duct.

[0117] In a possible implementation, a display screen is provided on the wall-mounted air conditioner. The display screen is communicatively connected to the bacteria detection module 32. After the bacteria detection module 32 detects the bacteria content in the air, it transmits the bacteria content to the display screen for display, so that the user can know the current air quality in real time. Obviously, it is also possible that the wall-mounted air conditioner is not equipped with a display screen, or the display screen does not display the detection result of the bacteria detection module 32, but the detection result of the bacteria detection module 32 is displayed through a remote control matching the wall-mounted air conditioner or an APP connected thereto in a matching manner.

[0118] In summary, in the preferred technical solution of the present invention, the bacteria detection module 32 of the sterilization module 3 detects the bacteria content in the air in real time, the air is sterilized by the sterilization module in the sterilization module 3, and the sterilization module 3 is arranged on the wall-mounted air conditioner through the mounting bracket 31. In this way, the temperature of the indoor space can be adjusted, and the air can be sterilized in a timely and accurate manner, thereby avoiding the problems of incomplete sterilization or over-sterilization. By arranging the first mounting position 311 and the second mounting position 312 along the length direction of the mounting bracket 31, the sterilization module is clamped in the first mounting position 311, and the bacteria detection module 32 is clamped in the second mounting position 312. In this way, the air can be sterilized in a timely manner when the bacteria content in the air is detected, better improving the air quality. By making the bacteria detection module 32 include an excitation light source 324 and a fluorescence detection device 325, and arranging an air inlet pipe 32181 and an air outlet pipe 32191 on the housing 321, the bacteria content in the air can be directly detected through the irradiation of the excitation light and the fluorescence detection device 325, and the detection process is simple and fast. The mounting bracket 31 is arranged inside the casing 1 by screwing and clamping, and the sterilization module 3 is arranged between the heat exchanger 2 and the casing 1, close to the air inlet 11. Thus, the sterilization module 3 is arranged in the air duct. When the wall-mounted air conditioner is running, the temperature of the indoor space can be adjusted, and the air can be sterilized in a timely and accurate manner.

[0119] Of course, the above replaceable implementation manners, as well as between the replaceable implementation manners and the preferred implementation manners, can also be used in a cross-matching manner to combine new implementation manners to be applicable to more specific application scenarios.

[0120] In addition, those skilled in the art can understand that although some of the embodiments described herein include certain features included in other embodiments rather than other features, the combination of the features of different embodiments means that it is within the scope of the present invention and forms different embodiments. For example, in the claims of the present invention, any one of the claimed embodiments can be used in any combination.

[0121] So far, the technical solution of the present invention has been described in conjunction with the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it is easy for those skilled in the art to understand that the protection scope of the present invention is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the principle of the present invention, those skilled in the art can make equivalent changes or substitutions to the relevant technical features, and the technical solutions after these changes or substitutions will fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A sterilization method for an air conditioner, characterized in that, The air conditioner is configured with a sterilization module, and the sterilization module includes a sterilization module and a bacteria detection module. The sterilization module is configured to be able to perform sterilization treatment on the air, and the bacteria detection module is configured to be able to detect the bacteria content in the air. The sterilization method includes: While or after the air conditioner is running, detecting the bacteria content in the air through the bacteria detection module; Selectively controlling the operation of the sterilization module based on the bacteria content.

2. The sterilization method according to claim 1, wherein The step of "selectively controlling the operation of the sterilization module based on the bacteria content" further includes: If the bacteria content is less than or equal to a first preset value, the operation of the sterilization module is not controlled.

3. The sterilization method according to claim 2, wherein The step of "selectively controlling the operation of the sterilization module based on the bacteria content" further includes: If the bacteria content is greater than a second preset value, the operation of the sterilization module is controlled; Wherein, the second preset value is greater than the first preset value.

4. The sterilization method according to claim 3, wherein The step of "selectively controlling the operation of the sterilization module based on the bacteria content" further includes: If the bacteria content is greater than the first preset value and less than or equal to the second preset value, a reminder of excessive bacteria is issued.

5. The sterilization method according to claim 4, characterized in that, The sterilization method further includes: After a preset duration of issuing the reminder of excessive bacteria, detecting the bacteria content in the air again through the bacteria detection module and obtaining the operating state of the sterilization module; If the bacteria content detected again by the bacteria detection module is still greater than the first preset value and the operating state of the sterilization module is the non-operating state, the operation of the sterilization module is controlled.

6. The sterilization method according to claim 3 or 5, characterized in that, The sterilization method further includes: While or after controlling the operation of the sterilization module, continuously detecting the bacteria content in the air through the bacteria detection module, and controlling the sterilization module to stop operating when the bacteria content detected by the bacteria detection module is less than or equal to a third preset value.

7. The sterilization method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bacteria detection module includes an excitation light source and a fluorescence detection device. The excitation light source is configured to be able to emit excitation light after being powered on. The excitation light can excite the bacteria carried in the air to emit fluorescence. The fluorescence detection device is configured to be able to detect the fluorescence emitted by the bacteria carried in the air after irradiating the air with the excitation light and output a detection result after being powered on.

8. The sterilization method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air conditioner is configured with a display module, and the display module is communicatively connected to the bacteria detection module. The sterilization method further includes: Displaying the bacteria content detected by the bacteria detection module through the display module.

9. A computer device, the computer device comprising a memory and a processor, the memory being adapted to store a plurality of program codes, characterized in that, The program code is adapted to be loaded and run by the processor to execute the sterilization method according to any one of claims 1 to 8.

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that, The air conditioner includes a controller, and the controller is configured to be able to execute the sterilization method according to any one of claims 1 to 8 above.

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